Emergency officials from local communities gathered at Hamilton High School on Wednesday, September 9 for the Emergency Officials Annual Meeting. The event serves as an opportunity for school leaders, law enforcement and fire department officials to collaborate at the start of the school year to discuss crisis response strategies. More than 25 emergency officials and […]
Hamilton to unite for second annual Build Hope Walk to support suicide prevention
Hamilton High School (HHS) students and staff will come together for the second annual Build Hope Walk on October 21 during student lunch hours, reaffirming the school’s commitment to promoting mental health awareness, fostering connection and supporting suicide prevention. “We unite to reduce stigma, foster hope and prevent suicide by supporting mental health,” shares Hamilton […]
Hamilton receives equipment for new career based learning program, SPARK
Hamilton High School students enrolled in the SPARK Construction Program are using industry-standard construction tools and equipment this fall thanks to a grant from the Hamilton Education Foundation (HEF) and a generous donation from Milwaukee Tool. “We are so grateful for the support of the Hamilton Education Foundation and partners like Milwaukee Tool,” shares Hamilton […]
Hamilton seeking Senior Volunteers
The Hamilton School District is actively recruiting community members age 55 and older for its impactful Seniors & Students volunteer program. This program pairs local seniors with students to support learning, build life skills and foster meaningful intergenerational connections. No special experience is necessary, just a caring heart, a little time and a willingness to […]
Hamilton celebrates launch of SPARK Construction Program
Hamilton High School (HHS) officially launched its new SPARK Construction Program on September 1 at a Tim O’Brien Homes residential construction site in Sussex’s Vista Run subdivision. Twelve HHS students will visit the job site each school day and work alongside industry professionals to build a house from the ground up while earning high school […]
Hamilton named to America’s best high school list
Hamilton High School was named in the U.S. News & World Report “America’s Best High Schools” list for the twelfth consecutive year. Hamilton is ranked 11th among 467 Wisconsin public high schools and 640th among nearly 18,000 U.S. public high schools that made the ranking. The ranking highlights the best public high schools in the […]
Sussex Lions Club Foundation donates school supplies
Sussex Lions Club Foundation has donated more than $3000 worth of school supplies to the Hamilton School District. Lannon Elementary School Principal Brian Balfany and Woodside Elementary School Principal Melissa Horn accepted the donation from Lions Club members Ann Nettesheim and JoAnn Swanson for distribution to students across the district. […]
Hamilton Chargerettes shine at midwest competition
The Hamilton High School “Chargerettes” Dance Team opened its 2026-27 season with an impressive showing at the Badgerette Midwest Finals, earning the title of Large Varsity Runner-Up Champion. The annual competition took place in Elgin, Illinois on August 7 and featured high school dance teams from across the area. The accomplishment is particularly exciting for […]
Jensen selected as Hamilton associate principal
The Hamilton School Board has approved the hiring of Lucas Jensen as Hamilton High School Associate Principal. Jensen began his new position August 10 in preparation for the upcoming 2026-27 school year. Jensen joins the school’s administrative team as current Hamilton High School Associate Principal Marquea Goike takes on expanded responsibilities as the extended learning […]
Hamilton School District budget to be presented at Annual Meeting
The Hamilton School Board has given its approval for a $94.4 million budget that will be presented to voters at the August 17 Annual Meeting. Residents are invited to learn more about the 2026-27 Hamilton School District budget during the Budget Hearing which begins at 6:15 p.m. in the Hamilton Fine Arts Center prior to […]